1991 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1991 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1991 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1991 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 55 kg more than 1991 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Mercury Comet (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Jensen Interceptor. (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jensen Interceptor | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | Interceptor | Comet |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2950 mm |
